Check Out that
Blue Belly!
While hiking the
Table Rocks, you
may see Western
Fence Lizards, small, brown lizards with
blue bellies, sunbathing on the rocks.
Lizards are cold blooded and they need
the sun to give them energy.
Western
Fence Lizard
Both male and female western fence
lizards have a blue belly, but the male’s
belly is especially bright. They like to show
it off by doing push-ups. This attracts
females and scares off other males.
Amazing Adaptation:
Fence lizards have a detachable tail that helps
them survive an attack from a predator. They
escape to safety while their tail stays behind!
Don’t worry; it will grow back.
All of the animals live together in harmony on the Table Rocks.
Remember, you are a visitor in their home. Please be a
considerate guest!